Physicist - Radiation Oncology

About the role

The Medical Physicist is responsible for ensuring the safe and accurate delivery of therapeutic ionizing radiation in collaboration with radiation oncologists and staff. Key duties include maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations, developing and monitoring clinical quality indicators, and overseeing all aspects of radiation physics such as brachytherapy, SRS, SBRT, radiation safety, and treatment planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop policies for therapeutic equipment
• Perform quality assurance activities
• Ensure regulatory compliance
• Maintain radiation safety
• Collaborate on treatment planning
• Supervise dosimetrists and technologists
• Assist with patient treatment procedures
• Document activities and outcomes
• Participate in safety and quality improvement initiatives
• Act as the Department Radiation Safety Officer

Requirements

• Certification as a Specialist in Therapeutic Radiology Physics (ABR)
• Licensure as a Radiologic Technologist in Illinois
• Master’s Degree in Physics or related field

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong ethical approach
• Commitment to professional growth